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Professional Learning and Community Education - PLACE, UW-Madison

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PLACE grew out of the office of Education Outreach and Partnerships to disseminate and magnify the work of School of Education faculty and staff.

https://linktr.ee/placeuwmadison

10/19/2026

Big news for educators, parents, and community leaders! 🚨

UW–Madison is ranked #8 among the best public universities in the nation, and through PLACE Exchange, you can tap into that top-tier expertise completely FREE. 🎓✨

This Fall, we’re bringing you front-row access to actionable, research-backed strategies and real conversations with UW School of Education experts. Here’s a sneak peek at upcoming topics:

Adaptive Fitness
Arts & Creative Expression
Data Science

Ready to level up your toolkit with evidence-based tools?

Be sure to click FOLLOW so you never miss an update, and click the link in our bio to subscribe to our newsletter and reserve your spot today!

10/12/2026

Join Teacher Studio for our upcoming FREE hybrid workshop: Face Sensing with Scratch!

Discover how to use Scratch’s new face sensing blocks, powered by a local AI model right on your device to design custom face filters. Plus, stick around for an open, honest discussion on how (and if!) we’re using AI tools with our learners.

📍 Where: In-Person: Fablab @ Henderson Elementary (Madison) & Wayne RESA offices OR Live via Zoom

📅 When: Thursday, October 15, 2026 | 4:30 – 5:30 PM CST

💻 What to bring: A computer or Chromebook with an internet connection

Whether you're a classroom teacher, librarian, museum educator, or informal facilitator, come create, collaborate, and exchange ideas with a community that loves maker-based learning.

Click the link to register and snag your Zoom link: https://bit.ly/49ENwGE

10/08/2026

Better together: Transform your learning environment alongside a colleague! 💡🛠️

Turning creative instincts into real-world impact is always better with a co-creator. Join the next cohort of the Maker Educator Leadership Certificate Program, a year-long, fully online experience for K-12 teachers, librarians, museum staff, and creative leaders.

Why Bring a Friend?

✏️ Tag-Team Innovation: Collaborate on hands-on projects and bring fresh, research-grounded ideas directly back to your school or organization.
📚 Built-in Accountability: Navigate the asynchronous coursework and synchronous Zoom workshops with someone who shares your vision.
💰 Save on Tuition: Take advantage of our discount when 3 or more educators register from the same institution.

📅 January – November (with a summer break)

👉 Tag a co-teacher or colleague below who needs to see this, and tap the link below to apply! 🚀
https://makereducatorleadership.org/

10/01/2026

When winter forces play indoors, how do we keep every child moving, laughing, and feeling included?

Unlock the power of adaptive play in our next PLACE Exchange session: Staying Active Together: Physical Activity for Children with Disabilities and Their Families. Presented by UW-Madison’s Dr. Luis Columna, he will translate his latest research into actionable strategies for creating inclusive physical activities, adapting movement for diverse abilities, and supporting parent well-being.

📅 Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 – 5:15 PM CST
📍 Where: Virtual via Zoom
💲 Cost: Free / Fully Funded

Bring your questions for an interactive, live Q&A session!

Tap the link to register for free and reserve your spot today: https://bit.ly/4xUMbFU

09/24/2026

🚨 FINAL CALL: Registration closes soon! 🚨

The Teaching About the 2026 Elections Conference is happening THIS SATURDAY. If you’ve been waiting to sign up, this is your last chance to secure your seat.

Join fellow K-12 teachers and administrators for a full day of expert guidance, practical lesson ideas, and classroom-ready civic resources.

🔹 Included with registration: Breakfast, lunch, refreshments, & a conference t-shirt!

🗓️ When: Saturday, September 26, 2026 | 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CT

📍 Where: Discovery Building | 330 N Orchard St, Madison, WI

🎟️ Rates: $25 Professionals | $10 Non-UW Students | FREE for UW-Madison Students (pre-registration required)

Click the link to register: https://bit.ly/4uiAB6A

09/23/2026

Great leadership in maker education starts with expert mentorship.

We are thrilled to highlight our partnership with Dr. Jeffrey Evancho and Dr. Peter Wardrip, lead instructors for the Maker Educator Leadership Certificate Program.

With deep backgrounds spanning K-12 administration, academic research, and community partnerships, Jeff and Peter bring decades of expertise in helping educators translate learning sciences research into practical, job-embedded strategies.

Through weekly asynchronous learning and synchronous Zoom design sessions, participants will:
🔹 Design and assess research-backed maker experiences
🔹 Build routines to share and analyze student work with colleagues
🔹 Expand your professional network with dedicated maker-educators nationwide

2027 Cohort Details:
• 4 online, sequential modules running January – November 2027
• Options for Certificate-only ($3,500) or Certificate + 12 Graduate Credits ($5,508.36)
• Institutional group rate of $3,000/person for teams of 3 or more

Empower your institution's educators with guidance from trusted national leaders.
Learn more and register today: https://bit.ly/3UfrvKR

09/17/2026

Our team is hiring an Event Manager! This is an exciting opportunity to shape impactful community events that focus on education, health, and the arts!

To click the link to apply: https://bit.ly/4hwn8nK

09/16/2026

The schedule is now available!

Are you ready to bring current, engaging, and nonpartisan election education to your classroom? Plan your day and explore upcoming sessions, key dates, and event details directly on our website or access the full resource folder on Google Drive.

🔗 PLACE Website: https://bit.ly/3UmJ1Nl
📂 View via Google Drive: https://bit.ly/4AwC9xw

Plan ahead and get ready for a transformative learning experience! 🗳️📚

09/14/2026

⏳ LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Building STEM Pathways for Black Boys & Men

Join us this Wednesday for a transformative, evidence-based conversation with Dr. Brian Burt (Director, Wisconsin’s Equity and Inclusion Laboratory).

Discover insights from a decade of research and explore the Black Males in Engineering Multimedia Project, a toolkit featuring short-form videos and actionable resources designed for educators, parents, and community leaders.

Details:
📅 Wednesday, September 16, 2026
🕓 4:00 – 5:15 PM CST (75-min virtual session)
📍 Virtual via Zoom
🎟️ Fully Funded / No Cost to Attend

Don't miss your chance to gain concrete strategies to help foster STEM identity and community from early childhood to the workforce.

👉 Secure your spot now: https://bit.ly/4hgMjdU

09/10/2026

⌛ FINAL CALL! Spots are filling fast for the Motion Impacts Emotion Conference!

Registration is officially closing for the International Motion Impacts Emotion Conference, hosted by the Adel B. Korkor Foundation for Mental Health! 🧠🏃‍♂️

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with leading global researchers, clinicians, educators, and advocates as we explore evidence-based strategies for integrating physical activity into mental health care.

🗓 Dates: September 11–12, 2026
📍 Location: The Pyle Center | Madison, WI (Virtual options also available!)
🎓 Credits: CE/CME credits available for eligible healthcare professionals

Key Focus Areas:
• Exercise in trauma recovery & PTSD treatment
• Practical tools for clinicians, therapists, and educators
• Community-based mental health programs

Secure your spot before doors close!

👉 Register now: https://bit.ly/4xfRY8U

Address

225 N Mills Street # 264
Madison, WI
53706

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

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http://place.education.wisc.edu/

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